The Law Written on Our Hearts: Living God's Way Through the Holy Spirit

This message explores what it truly means for God's law to be written on our hearts, moving beyond outward obedience to a transformed life shaped by the Holy Spirit. Beginning with the contrast between empty mission statements and genuine commitment, the sermon examines God's desire from the very beginning for His people to internalize His ways—not merely follow rules. Through passages from the Old and New Testaments, it explains the relationship between God's law, faith, grace, and the work of the Holy Spirit, emphasizing that obedience cannot save us but is the natural result of a heart changed by Christ. Rather than asking, "What do I need to do just to get by?" believers are called to pursue God's ways with conviction, integrity, and a growing love for His truth. Join us as we consider how God's Spirit enables us to become new creations with His law written on our hearts and how that transforms the choices we make every day.

Russ grew up in the Church of God and now serves as a vocational elder after being ordained in 2006.

After graduating in 1990 from Ambassador University with a Bachelor of Arts degree, Russ continued his education with a Masters of Business Administration degree from Miami University in 1995. When not serving his congregation in the Twin Cities and working full time in the supply chain field, he enjoys spending time with his wife Tammy.